RF Engineer

Join a team developing advanced communications and sensing technologies for challenging operational environments. You will contribute to the design, analysis, integration, and testing of RF systems, supporting the development of high-performance solutions across complex platforms. Location: Templecombe On-site Requirement: On Site Seniority: 5+ Years Experience Security Clearance: Candidates must be willing and eligible to obtain SC clearance. Key Responsibilities - Design and develop RF circuits and subsystem architectures. - Perform RF simulation, modelling, and performance analysis. - Support test, integration, and verification activities. - Conduct RF troubleshooting, fault finding, and performance optimisation. - Create and maintain technical documentation and design artefacts. - Collaborate with systems, electronics, and programme teams. Qualifications - Experience developing RF systems within complex engineering programmes. - Strong understanding of communication and RF architectures. - Experience supporting RF testing and validation activities. Required Skills - Proven experience designing and developing RF circuits, including filters, LNAs, PAs, oscillators, and associated RF subsystems. - Strong understanding of RF simulation, modelling, and performance analysis using industry-standard engineering tools. - Experience using tools such as ADS, Microwave Office, PSPICE, MATLAB, or equivalent RF development environments. - Experience conducting RF testing, measurement, fault-finding, and debugging activities to support product development. - Knowledge of communications, Satcom, antenna, or RF distribution systems within complex engineering platforms. Soft Skills & Collaboration - Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate and resolve complex RF issues. - Strong communication skills when presenting technical information to engineers, customers, and project stakeholders. - Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams delivering integrated engineering solutions. - Proactive approach to learning, innovation, and continuous technical improvement. Required Qualifications - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, or relevant technical military background with equivalent experience. Desirable Skills - Experience supporting maritime, naval, or defence communications programmes. - Knowledge of antenna control units, RF distribution networks, or antenna integration activities. - Experience working with FPGA, ADC, DAC, RFIC, or high-speed digital interface technologies. - Familiarity with requirements management tools such as DOORS and requirements-driven development processes.